Finding the Fourth Proportional to 457.83, 687 and 423
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 457.83, 687 and 423 is: 634.74
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
457.83 : 687 = 423 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
457.83/687 = 423/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
457.83x = 687 × 423 - Step 4: Simplify right side
457.83x = 290,601 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 290,601/457.83 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 634.74
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